State sales tax revenue $4.1B

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced state sales tax revenue totaled $4.1 billion in November, 3.7 percent more than in November 2022. The majority of November sales tax revenue is based on sales made in October and remitted to the agency in November.

Arrington to run for re-election

Texas Congressman Jodey Arrington announced he will seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives for the 19th Congressional District of Texas in 2024.

Bobcats fall to River Road

The Dimmitt Bobcats suffered a loss to the River Road Wildcats 34-29. River Road took an early lead in the first quarter, 10-6, but the Bobcats came back in the second quarter to outscore the Wildcats and had the lead as the first half ended, 14-12.

Moderna accused of misinformation

Lawsuits continue to allege collusion among government, social media and universities to monitor and suppress dissenting voices concerning COVID-19 vaccine policies, election fraud allegations and other topics.

Texas A&M hires Elko as head coach

Texas A&M University has named Mike Elko, head coach at Duke University and former Texas A&M defensive coordinator, to be head coach for Aggies football. The hiring was announced by TAMU Director of Athletics Ross Bjork.

NAGA sues Washington Commanders over name change

The Native American Guardian Association (NAGA) has filed a lawsuit advocating for restoring the name Redskins to the National Football League (NFL)’s Washington. The group alleges that a rival Native American organization improperly prompted the change to the team now called the Commanders.

The Core of the University Experience

The Core Curriculum at universities (not to be confused with “Common Core“), sometimes called general education requirement, is determined by faculty and legislative leadership.

Castro County Community Calendar

Nov. 24 – Dec. 22 Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive. Donations may be dropped at the Castro County Sheriff’s Office or give to any Sheriff’s Deputy. Toys or monetary donations accepted. Forms may be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office or call 806-647-3311. Benefits youth in Castro County.

Shopping thoughts for early season buyers

If you’re like me, your mailbox is bulging with holiday gift catalogs. Yesterday I even got a catalog showing other catalogs I could order. It’s smart to choose “age appropriate” items. Last year a ten-year-old up the street got a full-sized car.